Job summary

We are delighted to offer an opportunity for a highly motivated, ambitious and dynamic individual to join our committed and well-integrated multidisciplinary team, providing high standard care.

This post is for a 2 year fixed term Locum Consultant Haematologist responsible for delivering comprehensive clinical care to patients with a wide range of blood disorders, including haematological malignancy. The role also involves providing specialist advice on all aspects of haematology to colleagues across the Trust and in Primary Care.

The successful applicant will be based at Furness General Hospital, with flexibility to work across Trust sites, including Royal Lancaster Infirmary. Outpatient activity will include general haematology clinics, with the opportunity to develop a sub-specialist interest. Clinics are delivered within oncology units across the three sites, in close proximity to chemotherapy delivery areas.

This is a full-time 10 PA post with 2 additional programmed activities (APA), subject to negotiation and reviewed annually through the job planning process. Applicants are encouraged to clearly demonstrate how they meet the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the person specification within their application.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will provide full clinical care for patients with haematological conditions, including haematological malignancy. They will deliver specialist haematology advice to colleagues within the Trust and in Primary Care, supporting safe and effective patient management.

The role includes contributing to clinical laboratory services at Furness General Hospital and Royal Lancaster Infirmary. The appointee will also participate in the consultant on-call rota, providing cover across all Trust hospitals.

A whole-time equivalent consultant would typically undertake three general haematology outpatient clinics per week, alongside developing and maintaining a sub-specialist interest aligned to service needs.

There will be an expectation for the successful candidate to participate in a 1 in 5/6 on-call rota, which attracts an additional 1 PA and a 5% supplement.

About us

The Hospitals are situated on the edge of the Lake District National Park, surrounded by an area of outstanding natural beauty offering superb outdoor and recreational activities, related to the sea, lakes, fells and countryside.

UHMBhas a keen interest and extensive involvement in Medical and Dental Education at both Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels.We work in partnership with Health Education EnglandNorth West(HEENW), the General Medical Council (GMC) and our local medical schools,to provide quality education and training which meets the requirements of these regulatory bodies as well as the Trust's high standards of patient care.UHMBT provide clinical placements for Medical Students fromLancaster Medical School and Medical Students and StudentPhysician Associates from the University of Central Lancashire. We also provide training for ourdoctors in training, specialty doctors and GP trainees as well as supporting the development of our consultant educators.

Details

Date posted

09 November 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

331-B0600826-D

Job locations

Furness General Hospital

Dalton Lane

Barrow-in-Furness

LA14 4LF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Person Specification

Qualifications/Skills

Essential

• Full registration and a licence to practise with the GMC.
• Evidence of higher specialist training and experience in Haematology equivalent to UK CCT/CESR standards.

Desirable

• MRCP or equivalent MRCPath (Haematology)
• Specialist Registration, or within 6 months of award at time of interview.
• Accredited specialist in Haematology (or within 6 months of gaining CCT) or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Experience in managing acutely unwell general medical patients / Core Medical Training
• Broad training in all aspects of clinical and laboratory haematology

Research and Audit

Essential

• Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit

Education and Teaching

Essential

• Experience in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students and doctors
• Proven knowledge of systems and process of NHS or equivalent

Person Specification Qualifications/Skills Essential Full registration and a licence to practise with the GMC. Evidence of higher specialist training and experience in Haematology equivalent to UK CCT/CESR standards. Desirable MRCP or equivalent MRCPath (Haematology) Specialist Registration, or within 6 months of award at time of interview. Accredited specialist in Haematology (or within 6 months of gaining CCT) or equivalent Experience Essential Experience in managing acutely unwell general medical patients / Core Medical Training Broad training in all aspects of clinical and laboratory haematology Research and Audit Essential Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit Education and Teaching Essential Experience in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students and doctors Proven knowledge of systems and process of NHS or equivalent

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

Address

Furness General Hospital

Dalton Lane

Barrow-in-Furness

LA14 4LF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

Address

Furness General Hospital

Dalton Lane

Barrow-in-Furness

LA14 4LF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Furness Rapid Response are looking for a Band 5 Nurse to join our team in the community.

This is a temporary post to cover Maternity Leave / secondment opportunity.

We are seeking a hardworking, dynamic, proactive, individual to join our well established multi disciplinary team.

You will support the delivery of the urgent community response standard which aims to provide a 2-hour crisis response to patients who are acutely unwell within our local community to avoid unnecessary hospital admissions. As well as working within the newly established Virtual Wards.

This is can be a challenging role , every day is different but exciting and rewarding.

Main duties of the job

The role requires fantastic communication skills, creative thinking and working proactively and collaboratively with others to ensure a high standard of care is delivered.

The role requires undertaking holistic assessments sometimes in complex and challenging situations to develop and deliver robust programmes of care for patients and carers. This is an exciting time to work in the community. The community is advancing and developing the urgent care response to prevent un-necessary hospital admissions.

You must be able to use your own initiative, work under pressure, keep to deadlines and have excellent nursing, organisational, interpersonal and communication skills. You should be flexible and able to work as part of a team.

We will provide a programme of induction and you will be appraised on a yearly basis with a view to developing knowledge and skills where appropriate.

With patient centred care as your main focus, you will deliver our core values, eg respect, empathy, consideration, compassion and dignity.

You will be joining an enthusiastic and motivated team who are friendly and approachable. The team works flexibly together to maintain support for each other and to meet our service delivery.

About us

We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Job summary

We are delighted to be able to offer an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and ambitious individual to join our team in the role of Lower Limb Practitioner for 12 months. This post will be suitable for a nurse or podiatrist.

The clinician will take responsibility for the triage, clinical assessment and diagnosis of the complex health and well-being needs within a defined sphere of practice. They will implement, evaluate and modify complex care/ interventions which they have developed to meet those needs. Contributing to the management of patients with complex limb and life threatening needs, the post holder will contribute to the development and implementation of service innovations within their portfolio as well as training to the team. This role provides opportunity for developing wound care, debridement, offloading and arterial assessment skills

A departmental visit is encouraged prior to interview.

Main duties of the job

In this role you will be responsible for delivering a high quality, accessible and timely evidence based clinical pathway for patients.

You will work within both the community Podiatry service and in the outpatient/inpatient hospital setting at Furness General Hospital, where you will be responsible for the provision of care to the high risk lower limb.

You will provide quality, evidence based clinical interventions, take responsibility for educating and training colleagues and support the community Podiatry team. You need to be an excellent communicator, able to work independently and confidently and possess well developed organisational skills.

About us

We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies,daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Job summary

A fixed term, Band 5 maternity cover opportunity has arisen within the Occupational Therapy Team based at Furness General Hospital.

We are looking for a dynamic, motivated Occupational Therapist to join our Occupational Therapy team as a Band 5 Occupational Therapist within the inpatient OT team.

In this rewarding role, you will use your core OT skills to promote participation and independence in activities of daily living. You will play a key role in facilitating timely discharges from the acute hospital and reducing the patient's length of stay.You will predominantly work in an acute hospital and also access home visits completed within the community. You will have the opportunity to develop your clinical knowledge and skills across a variety of clinical areas including Trauma and orthopaedics, Acute medicine and general surgery.

Main duties of the job

You will have knowledge and experience in the assessment and treatment of patients and will be motivated to join us in improving our patients' experiences.You will join a dedicated and motivated team of Occupational Therapy staff and will work closely with our wider Therapy and Multidisciplinary team. Staff develop their knowledge and skills using our appraisal process and we actively support staff through supervision with in-service training opportunities and a peer support group.

Awareness and experience of patient flow and discharge are essential accompanied by the ability to prioritise, risk assess and complete clear documentation.

You will need to show an ability to adapt and be flexible to the demands of the clinical service, showing responsiveness and resourcefulness.

Requirements:- - You will have A Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy approved by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists- Registration with HCPC as an Occupational Therapist

The ability to travel between sites and in the community

About us

We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Job summary

We are looking for clinically orientated, enthusiastic, highly motivated and adaptable Pharmacists to join our team. We have the opportunity for a full time and part time permanent band 6 rotational pharmacist position available at our Royal Lancaster Infirmary site, located within minutes from the city centre.

Applications are welcomed from trainee pharmacists due to register shortly and pharmacists with experience in other disciplines within pharmacy, with training to support moving sector provided.

The successful candidates will join our ward-based clinical team and have opportunities to develop clinical skills through carefully managed rotations in different areas of inpatient specialities including cardiology, respiratory, orthopaedics, paediatrics, general surgery and acute medicine, as well as department-based specialist roles including aseptic, oncology, homecare and clinical trials.

Main duties of the job

Using our trust-wide Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration tool, you will work alongside our technical team to review medicines reconciliations, optimise patient's medications and verify discharge prescriptions.

As part of the team of Pharmacists you will on be the responsible pharmacist in our dispensary, and will progress to taking part in the weekend rota. At this time, band 6 Pharmacists are not required to take part in the on-call rota.

About us

We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Our community services for adults are provided in people's homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support.

Job summary

Continuing responsibility for the delivery of care needs and maintenance of Clinical Standards on the ward/dept.

Provide effective leadership and support to all grades of staff, planning and directing activities to provide the optimal standard of care.

Ensure that the ward/dept is clean and provides a safe environment for patients and staff.

To deputise for the Ward/Dept Manager when required.

Participate in Directorate/site management responsibilities.

There are x 2 12 month fixed term posts available =1x covering Maternity Leave & 1 covering a Career Break

Main duties of the job

Professional Leadership/Management

Co-ordinate the provision of high quality patient care, ensuring that the service continually meets the needs of patients.

Ensure all staff are aware of their role and responsibilities.

Operate the scheme of delegation, as directed by the Ward/Dept Manger, so that staff are aware of their responsibilities and accountabilities for patient care.

Ensure that all staff (including students, temporary, part time nursing staff and junior members of the multidisciplinary clinical teams) are trained and educated in the appropriate skills to deliver competent and timely patient care.

Provide support to all staff (including students, temporary, part time nursing staff and junior members of the multidisciplinary clinical teams) to ensure they are supported and supervised in a way that promotes patient well-being and staff development.

Assist Ward/Dept Manager with recruitment and selection of staff.

Responsible for stock levels on ward/dept with manager.

Responsible for staff cover e.g:Duty Rota

Development of protocols within Clinical Areas.

Responsibility to safeguard Patients Property.

Supervise the effective utilisation of the nursing resource to provide a safe level of patient care taking into account individual staff preferences and financial constraints.

Act as an effective role model for all ward staff.

Ensure patient/carer views are sought and incorporated into the development and improvement of practice.

About us

We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Job summary

See the attached job description and person specification

• The Director of Medical Education (DME) provides strategic leadership, direction and vision for the assurance, management and delivery of postgraduate and undergraduate medical education and training across the organisation.
• The DME is responsible for ensuring that the organisation provides a high-quality, safe, inclusive and effective learning environment for medical students, doctors and dentists in training, and other learners within the scope of the role.
• The DME will lead the development and delivery of the organisation's medical education strategy, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities, workforce plans, service development and national education and training requirements.
• The postholder will work closely with the Chief Medical Officer/Medical Director, Chief Executive, Executive Team, Clinical Directors, Human Resources, Medical Education Team, NHS WTE/Deanery, General Medical Council (GMC), local medical schools, universities, Royal Colleges and other relevant stakeholders.
• The DME will provide assurance to the Trust Board that medical education is appropriately governed, resourced and delivered, that learners are supported,

The role encompasses both postgraduate and undergraduate medical education, recognising the importance of an integrated education, workforce and service agenda

Main duties of the job

See the attached job description and person specification

Strategic and Corporate Leadership

The DME will:

Provide visible, effective and strategic leadership for medical education across the organisation and all relevant sites.

Develop, implement and regularly review a comprehensive Medical Education Strategy, aligned with organisational, workforce, clinical and educational priorities.

Ensure medical education is fully integrated with the delivery and future development of clinical services, operational plans and strategic priorities.

Contribute to the organisation's medical workforce strategy and workforce plans to support the recruitment, development, retention and supply of appropriately trained doctors and dentists.

Work with Clinical Leads and Divisional Chief Medical Officers and other senior leaders to ensure consultant and other relevant job plans appropriately recognise responsibilities for teaching, supervision, assessment and educational leadership in accordance with NHS WTE and GMC expectations.

Represent the organisation on undergraduate and postgraduate medical education matters locally, regionally and nationally.

About us

We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Our Community Service for adults are provided in people's homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support.

Details

Date posted

04 November 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£104,401 to £150,569 a year renumeration for 4 PAs per week

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

331-K0831126

Job locations

Trust Head Quarters

Burton Road

Kendal

LA9 7RG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Job description Job responsibilities See the attached job description and person specification .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Person Specification

Essential & desirable

Essential

• oFull registration with the GMC. oAppointment as a Consultant, SAS, GP or Dentist. oRecognised by the GMC as an Educational Supervisor/Trainer . oEvidence of continuing professional development.

Desirable

• oPostgraduate qualification in medical education, leadership, management or a related discipline. oMinimum of four years' experience in current appointment. oMinimum of two years' experience in a senior educational role, for example Specialty Tutor, Training Programme Director or Departmental Educational Lead.

Experience

Essential

• oBroad experience in medical education, including training and supervision of doctors, medical students and/or other healthcare professionals. oExperience of teaching, training and educational supervision. oExperience of assessment and feedback. oExperience as an Educational Supervisor, preferably for at least three years. oExperience of supporting learners with additional or significant needs. oExperience of working with colleagues supporting learners in difficulty. oExperience of contributing to quality improvement in education or clinical practice.

Desirable

• oExperience as a medical appraiser. oExperience in educational audit, research, evaluation and/or publication. oExperience of undergraduate and postgraduate education. oExperience of educational quality assurance visits or external reviews.

Leadership and Management

Essential

• oDemonstrable leadership or management experience within a formal role or team-based activity. oExcellent organisational and leadership skills. oEvidence of contribution to service or organisational development. oExperience of working strategically across organisational boundaries. oExperience of managing or contributing to the management of educational resources and/or budgets. oUnderstanding of the relationship between medical education, workforce planning and service delivery.

Desirable

• oExperience of line management of medical and non-medical staff. oExperience of managing significant budgets. oExperience of representing an organisation within national or international education organisations. oPrevious experience of senior medical education leadership.

Teamwork and Collaboration

Essential

• Meet the requirements of the person spec

Desirable

• Meet the requirements of the person spec

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Essential

• Meet the requirements of the person spec

Desirable

• Meet the requirements of the person spec

Teaching and Education

Essential

• Meets the requirements of the person spec

Desirable

• Meets the requirements of the person spec

Governance, Quality and Regulation

Essential

• Meets the requirements of the person spec

Desirable

• Meets the requirements of the person spec

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Meets the requirements of the person spec

Desirable

• Meets the requirements of the person spec

Person Specification Essential & desirable Essential oFull registration with the GMC. oAppointment as a Consultant, SAS, GP or Dentist. oRecognised by the GMC as an Educational Supervisor/Trainer . oEvidence of continuing professional development. Desirable oPostgraduate qualification in medical education, leadership, management or a related discipline. oMinimum of four years' experience in current appointment. oMinimum of two years' experience in a senior educational role, for example Specialty Tutor, Training Programme Director or Departmental Educational Lead. Experience Essential oBroad experience in medical education, including training and supervision of doctors, medical students and/or other healthcare professionals. oExperience of teaching, training and educational supervision. oExperience of assessment and feedback. oExperience as an Educational Supervisor, preferably for at least three years. oExperience of supporting learners with additional or significant needs. oExperience of working with colleagues supporting learners in difficulty. oExperience of contributing to quality improvement in education or clinical practice. Desirable oExperience as a medical appraiser. oExperience in educational audit, research, evaluation and/or publication. oExperience of undergraduate and postgraduate education. oExperience of educational quality assurance visits or external reviews. Leadership and Management Essential oDemonstrable leadership or management experience within a formal role or team-based activity. oExcellent organisational and leadership skills. oEvidence of contribution to service or organisational development. oExperience of working strategically across organisational boundaries. oExperience of managing or contributing to the management of educational resources and/or budgets. oUnderstanding of the relationship between medical education, workforce planning and service delivery. Desirable oExperience of line management of medical and non-medical staff. oExperience of managing significant budgets. oExperience of representing an organisation within national or international education organisations. oPrevious experience of senior medical education leadership. Teamwork and Collaboration Essential Meet the requirements of the person spec Desirable Meet the requirements of the person spec Communication and Interpersonal Skills Essential Meet the requirements of the person spec Desirable Meet the requirements of the person spec Teaching and Education Essential Meets the requirements of the person spec Desirable Meets the requirements of the person spec Governance, Quality and Regulation Essential Meets the requirements of the person spec Desirable Meets the requirements of the person spec Personal Qualities Essential Meets the requirements of the person spec Desirable Meets the requirements of the person spec

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

Address

Trust Head Quarters

Burton Road

Kendal

LA9 7RG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

Address

Trust Head Quarters

Burton Road

Kendal

LA9 7RG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Occupational Therapist to join our Integrated Community Stroke Therapy Team, based at Furness General Hospital, providing advanced clinical leadership across both inpatient and community settings.

Our Stroke Therapy Teamoperateswithin a culture of a strong, supportive multi-disciplinary team which consists of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists as well as Assistant Practitioners. We promote an inter-disciplinary approach to working when supporting patients to set and work towards meeting person centred goals, helping to enable positive rehabilitation outcomes andfacilitatetimelydischarge from hospital.

Our Stroke Therapy Teamare committedtofacilitatingan environment which promotes professional development and engagement with research opportunities both in house and in collaboration with local universities. There is encouragement given to engage with regular clinical and managerial supervision, to help promote personal professional development and an interdisciplinary approach is taken with the facilitation of clinical supervision for our Assistant Practitioners.

Main duties of the job

Education

Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy approved by the College of OT, UK

Health and Care Professions Council registered Occupational Therapist.

Experience

Transferable knowledge and skills at basic practitioner level with aptitude to develop to experienced OT practitioner level.

Relevant post registration experience as an OT to achieve knowledge and skills applicable to this post.

Skills, Knowledge and abilities

Ability to analyse professional and ethical issues

Ability to apply knowledge of the principles of clinical governance.

Understanding of professional conduct and confidentiality.

Ability to build effective working relationships.

Written and oral communication skills in English sufficient to communicate effectively with patients to gain consent and explain treatment interventions and gain information required for the patient's medical/social history relevant to OT.

Willingness to work flexibly to meet unexpected and unusual circumstances related to providing direct patient care, and have the ability to work across different sites/bases/locations.

About us

We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies,daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Our Community Service for adults are provided in people's homes ,community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent , improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care , advice and support.

Job summary

We are delighted to be able to offer an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and ambitious individual to join our team in the role of Lower Limb Practitioner for 12 months. This post will be suitable for a podiatrist or a nurse.

The clinician will take responsibility for the triage, clinical assessment and diagnosis of the complex health and well-being needs within a defined sphere of practice. They will implement, evaluate and modify complex care/ interventions which they have developed to meet those needs. Contributing to the management of patients with complex limb and life threatening needs, the post holder will contribute to the development and implementation of service innovations within their portfolio as well as training to the team. This role provides opportunity for developing wound care, debridement, offloading and arterial assessment skills

A departmental visit is encouraged prior to interview.

Main duties of the job

In this role you will be responsible for delivering a high quality, accessible and timely evidence based clinical pathway for patients.

You will work within the community Podiatry service and in the outpatient/inpatient hospital setting at Furness General Hospital, where you will be responsible for the provision of care to the high risk lower limb.

You will provide quality, evidence based clinical interventions, take responsibility for educating and training colleagues and support the community Podiatry team. You need to be an excellent communicator, able to work independently and confidently and possess well developed organisational skills.

About us

We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies,daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Job summary

The Lancaster Suite is a busy acute medical inpatient ward with a maximum capacity of 28 patients.The ward primarily covers the Endocrine and Gastroenterology specialities.

We are looking for enthusiastic and dynamic nurses who have a passion for providing nursing care to the highest standards. Our nursing team is committed to service and quality improvement, with a focus on ensuring our patients are at the heart of everything we do.

We aim to support the individual personal and professional development of our nursing staff through ongoing skill development, reflective practice and exposure to experiences that enable the development of leadership skills.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for qualified nurses to join our dynamic team.

As a Registered Nurse you will be:

Able to actively assess, plan, implement & evaluate patient care with the multidisciplinary team, incorporating the whole of the patients' pathway.

Aware of the structure and organisation of the NHS and regulatory body's code of practice implementing this into nursing practice.

Participate in Clinical Governance by participating in auditing effectiveness of practice and incorporating findings.

Act as mentor or assessor in supervising and teaching of junior staff and unregistered staff.

Act as shift leader or manage a team in the absence of the Ward/Dept Manager.

About us

We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Our community services for adults are provided in people's homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support.

Job summary

Band 5 Full Time (37.5 hours per week) | Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI) Base | Cross-Bay Working

Are you passionate about tackling health inequalities and helping people live healthier lives?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Treating Tobacco Dependency Lead (Band 5) to lead and develop UHMBT's Stop Smoking Service.

Based at Royal Lancaster Infirmary with cross-bay working, you'll lead a team of practitioners, develop services, support clinical teams and help patients across Morecambe Bay access life-changing tobacco dependency treatment.

If you have strong leadership skills, experience supporting behaviour change, and a drive to improve health outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

Help us create a smoke-free future for our patients and communities. Apply today.

Main duties of the job

Lead the Trust's Treating Tobacco Dependency Service, providing operational leadership and support to Stop Smoking Practitioners across UHMBT. Deliver evidence-based smoking cessation interventions, monitor service performance, develop pathways with internal and external partners, support achievement of national and local targets, and drive continuous service improvement to improve patient outcomes and reduce health inequalities.

About us

We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies,daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Our Community Service for adults are provided in people's homes ,community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent , improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care , advice and support.

Job summary

Band 4 | 0.8 WTE (30 hours per week) | Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI) Based | 7-Day Working

Are you passionate about tackling health inequalities and helping people live healthier lives?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Stop Smoking Practitioner (0.8 WTE) based at Royal Lancaster Infirmary, working as part of our 7-day Treating Tobacco Dependency Service.

You'll support patients to stop smoking through personalised behavioural support, specialist advice and referral into ongoing community services. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, you'll play a vital role in improving patient outcomes and reducing smoking-related harm across Morecambe Bay.

If you're a motivated individual with excellent communication skills and a passion for health improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

Help us create a smoke-free future for our patients and communities. Apply today.

Main duties of the job

The Inpatient Stop Smoking Practitioner role will be working with support from the Respiratory team and across all inpatient specialities, assessing and delivering specialist stop smoking advice. The post holder will receive formal supervision and annual appraisal to support development in the post.

In-service training is provided and training opportunities offered relevant to the post.

The role will be key to the development of current projects focused on empowering people to understand and manage their own health and wellbeing effectively, by delivering person centred care and ensuring our service meets the needs of our patients.

We are a welcoming, close and supportive team who are enthusiastic regarding our work and delivering high level quality patient care.

There may be some travel required cross bay to support the other sites.

About us

We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies,daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.